Green Transformation

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TOPIC

SUITABLE FOR

Seed & Series A to B startups/scaleups

LOCATION

Frankfurt

PROGRAM DATES

28 Oct. – 12 Dec.
Application Deadline: 16 Sept.

LANGUAGE

English

ECOSYSTEM

Co-Funded by Land Hessen

Program Partners

Baker

ING

TQ

deloitte

Helaba

Meet the right people

& strengthen your impact

Our free Accelerator gives you the platform to spark innovation through connection and knowledge sharing. Meet investors, business experts, corporate partners and fellow founders in this intensive six-week program.

Spanning nine working days, the program takes place in Frankfurt between October and mid-December. Participants will also build their connections during public and private networking events, culminating in a grand Finale.

Be one of 15 startups to gain key industry connections. Whether you‘re jumping the hurdles of early-stage development or looking to take your startup to the next growth step, we provide the tools and network you need to succeed..

Key Dates

16

Sept

Application Deadline

Don't wait. You can apply right here.

11

Dec

Investor Dinner

Meet and eat with investors.

14

Oct

Participants Notified

We'll let you know if you made it in.

12

Dec

The Finale

Showcase, network, inspire and party.

28

Oct

Accelerator Kickoff

See you in Frankfurt where you will meet the partners.

Who You Will Meet

Meet the right people.

Join the second year of the TQ Accelerator: Green Transformation and be one of 15 startups to gain key industry connections. This free multiple-day program not only connects you with Frankfurt’s business scene and investors but also opens doors to generate new leads, find potential investors, and kick-start valuable cooperation.

Apply by 16 Sept.

Why You Should Apply

Meet the right people
We connect you with the right people - our network of corporate partners and investor network. Whether you’re looking for your next major client, a strategic partner, investors or a mentor with deep industry expertise, this is your gateway to the connections that matter.

Gain market visibility
We provide you with a stage to showcase your solutions to an eager audience of partners, clients and investors. Share your value proposition with those who can help you take the next leap.

Find expertise in sustainability
Our expert-led masterclasses and roundtables are designed to deepen your knowledge in sustainability and ESG, providing you with the insights needed to refine your business strategy and strengthen your impact. 

Topics & Solutions

Our accelerator focuses on topics important for developing green transformation solutions.

Sustainable Finance ESG Management Green Building Construction Financing Green Real Estate Green Energy

Send Your Application

You have until 16 September to send in your application. From there, we will pick 15 startups to join the accelerator.

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Please make sure that your startup meets the following requirements:

Your startup is already founded and has its first customers.

Able to be in Frankfurt for the key dates of the accelerator.

Your innovation offers a clearly identifiable problem-solution fit.

You are a founding team.

Green Transformation needs a powerful network

It needs you.

Our Green Transformation Accelerator is bringing both sides of the ecosystem together on a platform established to forge pivotal connections, exchange knowledge, and corporate-startup partnerships for a greener reality.

We invite you to join an exclusive circle of industry leaders committed to propelling the green transformation sector forward and invest in our approach of building solid mutually beneficial collaborations with innovative companies.

The Accelerator is your chance to step into the spotlight showing your expertise, green transformation wins and initiatives.

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The Benefits

Inspire & Position
Our platform provides a stage for your experts to share their knowledge, positioning them as leading innovators. Your organization, along with its logo, will also be included in promotional materials, social media postings, and at our live events.

Connection
Exclusive Access and Knowledge Exchange - We will give you access to startups working on solutions in one of our topics. You’ll learn about the latest technologies from leading experts and successful founders. You’ll also be invited to exclusive closed-door sessions and matchmaking events.

Action
Provide your company‘s or clients‘ Green Transformation topics. Connect with regional and global startups to overcome obstacles and take the next step on your sustainability journey.

"This interaction promotes the development of sustainable solutions and contributes to the transformation of the financial sector towards a greener economy."

Benjamin Bürkner

Managing Director, Helaba Digital

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Supporting Green

One of our goals for the Accelerator is to support the UN's SDGs.

PROGRAM RECAP

Startup Program Shines Spotlight on ESG

In mid-December 2023, we hosted our first Green Transformation program. Eight startups pitched their companies to the jury and about 90 guests. The winner - R:loaded, a bootstrapped startup aiming to build faster, green electric charging stations all over Germany.